Tool Setter
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | HD5 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Huntsman Recruitment Ltd. |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | EvC HD5 |
Summary
We are currently recruiting for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Tool Setter to join our client's manufacturing team in Huddersfield, HD5.
This is a permanent role, and an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, expanding company.
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
· To change production lines in an efficient and safe way.
· To set the parameters of the equipment to achieve the correct quality standards.
· To adjust presses, rolling machines, slitters, and transport mechanisms when deviations occur in the process.
· To correctly identify tooling issues and to collaborate with other team members to resolve developing issues.
· To support and advise the production Supervisor in planning changeover activities to support the production plan.
· To behave in a manner that is safe and that promotes good manufacturing practice.
· To assist in training Senior Operators to make basic adjustments to equipment.
· To collaborate with team members to improve the effectiveness of the changeover processes.
· To take part in the Health and Safety Committee or other representation roles.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
· Minimum 5 years of machine tool setting experience.
· A comprehensive understanding of Safety Regulations within a manufacturing environment.
· A desire to work to high quality standards.
· The ability to change tools and set / adjust / balance complete production lines.
· An understanding of process efficiency and the continuous improvement process.
· To work shifts or flexible working patterns when required.
Desirable Requirements:
· Engineering qualification.
· Knowledge of Food Safety Regulations.
Hours:
· Monday to Friday
· 06.00am-14.00pm and 14.00pm-22.00pm (2 shift system on a rotating shift weekly)
Salary:
· £34,000 annual salary
Click APPLY to submit your CV.
Due to the high number of online applications, if you have not heard from us within 7 days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Need help with your CV? We also offer a free consultation on CV advice and writing services. Contact us via our website or social media for more information.
This is a permanent role, and an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, expanding company.
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
· To change production lines in an efficient and safe way.
· To set the parameters of the equipment to achieve the correct quality standards.
· To adjust presses, rolling machines, slitters, and transport mechanisms when deviations occur in the process.
· To correctly identify tooling issues and to collaborate with other team members to resolve developing issues.
· To support and advise the production Supervisor in planning changeover activities to support the production plan.
· To behave in a manner that is safe and that promotes good manufacturing practice.
· To assist in training Senior Operators to make basic adjustments to equipment.
· To collaborate with team members to improve the effectiveness of the changeover processes.
· To take part in the Health and Safety Committee or other representation roles.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
· Minimum 5 years of machine tool setting experience.
· A comprehensive understanding of Safety Regulations within a manufacturing environment.
· A desire to work to high quality standards.
· The ability to change tools and set / adjust / balance complete production lines.
· An understanding of process efficiency and the continuous improvement process.
· To work shifts or flexible working patterns when required.
Desirable Requirements:
· Engineering qualification.
· Knowledge of Food Safety Regulations.
Hours:
· Monday to Friday
· 06.00am-14.00pm and 14.00pm-22.00pm (2 shift system on a rotating shift weekly)
Salary:
· £34,000 annual salary
Click APPLY to submit your CV.
Due to the high number of online applications, if you have not heard from us within 7 days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Need help with your CV? We also offer a free consultation on CV advice and writing services. Contact us via our website or social media for more information.